Anglo-Boer War Blockhouses: A Military Engineer's Perspective
A Collectible, Author-Signed Second Edition Exploring Victorian Military Engineering
Bibliographic Specifications
- Title: Anglo-Boer War Blockhouses: A Military Engineer's Perspective
- Author: Simon Green
- Publisher: Private Print / Simon Green Publishing
- Publication Date: Circa 2022 (Second Edition)
- ISBN-13: 9780796132543
- Edition Details: Second Edition, Revised and Expanded. Signed by the author on the first page.
- Binding: Original publisher's premium high-gauge illustrated card wrappers.
- Physical Format: Octavo (8vo). Expanded with additional engineer drawings, structural calculations, and localized mapping points.
- Language: English
Official Condition Report
- The Book: Near Fine (NF)
- Exterior / Wraps: Exceptional condition. The illustrated softcover wraps are perfectly flat and bright. The spine is completely uncreased and sharp.
- Interior: Pristine and tight. Text block and architectural layouts are clean and bright white.
- Provenance / Signature: Features the author's direct ink signature on the first page (Simon Green), with no other owner names or markings present.
- The Dust Jacket: Not Applicable (As Issued).
Synopsis & Historical Value
This revised second edition of Simon Green's work offers an expanded look at British blockhouses from a military engineering perspective. The text examines the mass production, cost management, and defensive capabilities of these structures, detailing how the Royal Engineers erected thousands of kilometers of fortified lines. Complete with technical details and new data, this signed copy is a valuable asset for military engineering historians.
Author Profile: Simon Green
Simon Green is a leading contemporary authority on South African military architecture. His technical, engineering-focused approach separates his work from general histories, earning praise from architectural heritage organizations across South Africa and the UK.
